Brussels Day trips

With only two weeks to see cherry blossoms and three weeks to wander the gardens at the Royal Palace of Laeken, there’s a brief window to experience the best of Brussels in spring. Pedal through wild forests and fields of bluebells in the Sonian Forest. Relax with a stroll at the La Grand-Place Flower Market through stalls that burst with colorful and fragrant blooms, or ascend the Atomium for the best view in Brussels.

Whether you’re looking for nature or culture (or chocolate!), this spring guide to the best things to do in Brussels in spring has it all.

Brussels’ best spring activities at a glance

Best spring event in Brussels: The public opening of the royal greenhouses at Laeken.
The best places to see spring flowers in Brussels: The Parc du Cinquantenaire, La Grand-Place Flower Market, or Schaerbeek for cherry blossoms.
Best outdoor activities in Brussels in spring: Cycle the city streets or parks or take a day trip to Bruges for canal boating.

Getting around Brussels is easy when you know the options available. Exploring the city’s museums, exhibitions, and landmarks is very accessible. Brussels offers excellent public transportation options, including a metro system, an extensive bus and tram network, and 24-hour bike-sharing and car-sharing services. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or have already visited the great city, this guide will make getting around Brussels effortless.

The land of chocolate and beer is also a masterclass in museums. So much so that narrowing down the best museums in Brussels is a difficult task. Learn about science in the giant metallic Atomium, or visit Belgian Beer World to dive in to the beer-making process and enjoy a pint.

From seeing all of Europe's monuments on a miniature scale at Mini-Europe to driving a train simulator at Train World and discovering the evolution of dinosaurs at the Royal Belgian Institute of Natural Sciences, this guide to the top cool museums in Brussels has something for everyone.

Brussels, Belgium’s capital city, is known for its vibrant neighborhoods, each with distinct atmospheres and unique charms. Travelers with different interests, tastes, and priorities are sure to find a district that suits them best.

Ixelle and St. Gilles are both multicultural, artsy, and stylish. Sablon and Marolles have many unique art galleries and many opportunities for vintage shopping; if you want an authentic Brussels experience, go to both. Central Brussels is the tourist favorite. If you have one day in the city, this is a great neighborhood to explore with all its landmarks and famous museums. Whether you’ve been to Brussels before and want to keep updated or are completely new to the city, here are Brussels’s best neighborhoods with this guide.